Operating Expenses

Acquisition and integration costs

Albemarle Acquisition and integration costs decreased by 41.2% to $1.11M in Q1 2026 compared to the prior quarter. Year-over-year, this metric declined by 23.1%, from $1.44M to $1.11M. This increase may warrant attention — for this metric, lower values are generally preferred.

Analysis

StatementIncome Statement
SectionOperating Expenses
CategoryCapital Allocation
SignalLower is better
VolatilityVolatile
First reportedQ1 2013
Last reportedQ1 2026

How to read this metric

High costs indicate active inorganic growth, which should be evaluated against the long-term value created by the acquisitions.

Detailed definition

Acquisition and integration costs include the transaction fees, legal expenses, and costs associated with merging acquir...

Peer comparison

Standard metric for companies pursuing growth through mergers and acquisitions.

Metric ID: acquisition_and_integration_costs

Historical Data

6 periods
 Q2 '24Q3 '24Q1 '25Q2 '25Q3 '25Q1 '26
Value$1.58M$439.00K$1.44M$1.77M$1.88M$1.11M
QoQ Change-72.2%+228.0%+22.8%+6.5%-41.2%
YoY Change+11.8%+328.9%-23.1%
Range$439.00K$1.88M
CAGR-24.8%
Avg YoY Growth+105.9%
Median YoY Growth+11.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Albemarle's acquisition and integration costs?
Albemarle (ALB) reported acquisition and integration costs of $1.11M in Q1 2026.
How has Albemarle's acquisition and integration costs changed year-over-year?
Albemarle's acquisition and integration costs decreased by 23.1% year-over-year, from $1.44M to $1.11M.
What does acquisition and integration costs mean?
Expenses incurred to buy and merge other companies into the existing business.